SME

SME Limited is a prestigious British precision engineering company founded in 1946 as the Scale Model Equipment Company by Alastair Robertson-Aikman, initially manufacturing scale models before transitioning to aircraft instruments and business machines in the 1950s. Located in Steyning, West Sussex, England, the company underwent a pivotal transformation in 1959 when Robertson-Aikman's experimental pick-up arm proved so successful that SME shifted focus to manufacturing precision pick-up arms and tonearms, prompting the company name change to SME Limited. Today, SME represents the pinnacle of British audio engineering, specializing in ultra-high-end turntables (Model 60, Model 35, Model 30, Model 20, Model 15, Model 12, Synergy, Model 8) and precision tonearms (M2 Series, M2-9R, M2-12R) that serve discerning audiophiles and vinyl enthusiasts worldwide. The company maintains its commitment to 'Made in England' manufacturing at their Mill Road facility in West Sussex, utilizing state-of-the-art manufacturing processes combined with traditional craftsmanship methods. Beyond audio equipment, SME leverages their precision engineering expertise for aerospace, Formula 1, and medical equipment applications, demonstrating the exceptional quality standards that define their approach to manufacturing. SME continues active operations as one of the world's most respected turntable and tonearm manufacturers, representing over 75 years of British engineering excellence.